Should I Resign from my job at .... Answer: Hexagram 7 Unchanged

[Anna_C]

My first reaction to receiving Hexagram 7 is that in order to successfully move forward in leaving my current job, I need to re-center, evaluate and assess strengths, calmly and establish a clear path forward. The responsibility is mine. Is this an accurate understanding of this hexagram? Can anyone add any additional insights, clarity, thoughts?

I currently work for a very large organization where there is no room for creativity and where I spend 100 percent of my time working on projects that have been defined for me. It has become mind-numbing and I feel stifled and unable to express myself or my talents. I feel as though I am losing touch with important aspects of myself. I read in another post that the army in Hex 7 can sometimes represent our place within large organizations. This resonates with me but I'm not clear on the what I'm being asked to consider. Thank you in advance.

 

[diamanda]

Hexagram 07 uc unchanging means army, war, a struggle. A difficult situation where a lot of effort and a lot of resources and tactics are needed - and also a leader or expert is needed, in order to direct these efforts towards winning.

So, should you resign? What does 'should' mean here?
Do you mean 'will you immediately find a great job after you resign'? If that's what you meant, then no, you'll be faced with a struggle, it will take a lot of effort, and because it's unchanging, the result of your efforts is not visible yet (only the struggle is visible for now). Or do you mean 'will it prove beneficial in the long run somehow'? 07 doesn't answer that either, it just shows that it will be a struggle, and you will need to acquire expertise during that struggle.

 

[Matali]

Hello,
My hypothesis for your 7 UC : you need a strong organisation and discipline, and not resign right away. I would say that for now, you have to endure the situation...

And strategy for your project : Is your creation ripe to become independent ? What status ? If you want to integrate another structure, which one and in what position ?....... You have to become a warlord, the head of your company ?
The nuclear hexagram is 24 : the return to your passion ?

 

[Anna_C]

Hexagram 07 uc unchanging means army, war, a struggle. A difficult situation where a lot of effort and a lot of resources and tactics are needed - and also a leader or expert is needed, in order to direct these efforts towards winning.

So, should you resign? What does 'should' mean here?
Do you mean 'will you immediately find a great job after you resign'? If that's what you meant, then no, you'll be faced with a struggle, it will take a lot of effort, and because it's unchanging, the result of your efforts is not visible yet (only the struggle is visible for now). Or do you mean 'will it prove beneficial in the long run somehow'? 07 doesn't answer that either, it just shows that it will be a struggle, and you will need to acquire expertise during that struggle.

Thank you for your reply, Diamanda. Yes, I sense the conflict that you speak of, including conflicts within myself about important life choices (work, where to reside, leaving extended family, etc.)This lack of clarity regarding so many aspects of my life, including whether to leave my current employer without having a new job lined up, and also the possibility of leaving the city where I currently reside is producing anxiety. So, how much of this conflict resides within myself? Do I need to figure out how to marshal the resources within me in order to move forward effectively?

I asked a follow up question: "Where should I place my focus in the next six months?" and I received Hexagram 18.3.6 to 7 (here Army shows up again). I feel I am being advised to take care of some inner issues--perhaps issues that relate to family of origin or culture--and then to gather and effectively use my own resources to move forward, recognizing there will be conflict along the way. I welcome your comments.

 

[Anna_C]

Hello,
My hypothesis for your 7 UC : you need a strong organisation and discipline, and not resign right away. I would say that for now, you have to endure the situation...

And strategy for your project : Is your creation ripe to become independent ? What status ? If you want to integrate another structure, which one and in what position ?....... You have to become a warlord, the head of your company ?
The nuclear hexagram is 24 : the return to your passion ?

Hello Matali,

Thank you for your thoughtful reply. Your interpretation resonates with me. I long for independence and to perhaps run my own small business some day doing something I am passionate about but I don't always seem to be able to tap into those resources that would allow me to achieve it (time, technical expertise, courage, self-confidence, etc).

 

[diamanda]

@Anna_C I feel for you, we live in extremely difficult and dangerous times. It would actually be abnormal to not feel anxious about the future. External issues, internal issues, so many issues (not just for you, for most people out there). But back to the point in question.

Where should I place my focus in the next six months? 18.3.6 > 7

18.3 shows that we need to do something about the insanity of a person of authority. As you said, it might be about issues that relate to family of origin or culture. The way we've been taught to respond to authority comes from our family, it spills out into our whole adult life. This is not something set in stone, it can be changed with understanding and effort. What are your feelings towards people of authority? How do you usually react or behave? How about your reaction towards bullies, rotten and insane people, who sadly happen to be in positions of authority? 18.3 shows you need to learn how to successfully deal with them.

18.6 is one of my most favourite lines. Here it's even better, because it shows that you will manage to successfully solve the 18.3 issue. You will understand what bullies really are, and you'll be able to completely ignore their idiocy and madness, walk away, and leave them behind (either literally or metaphorically). As an additional tip, the hidden line here is 4.6, which advises to prevent idiots from harming you, rather than attack them after they've harmed you.

So interesting that all this still leads to 7. There's war and struggle ahead. However, in this case you will have had six months of solid preparation. You will be much better equipped for the battles - you won't just be thrown into one unprepared. To give an example: when I was younger, if someone during a job interview attacked my worth in a cunning passive aggressive manner, I couldn't recognise it and took their opinion at face value, and my self esteem would get a hit. I didn't know back then that there are way too many sickos out there, who get a kick from demeaning and insulting others. Also I was raised by two bullies, so the notion of 'authority' in me was twisted. I'm so happy to have totally corrected this in my adult life. Nowadays, in the same example scenario (job interview where an idiot belittles me), if I'm in the mood I put them back into their lowly place and leave (or if not in the mood to counter-attack I just leave the situation).

This ended up quite a long post. I hope I've explained it well. It's a good reading, given the times we leave in. There are battles ahead - train properly.

 

[Anna_C]

Thank you so much, Diamanta. This is terrific. I appreciate your great insights which really seem to get to the heart of things. Your encouragement and shared experiences are very much appreciated as well. It's sometimes easy to forget that we are not alone in our feelings and experiences. I thought about your question regarding authority figures and I think this is really at the heart of some of my fear and insecurity. I was raised by an overly authoritative mother who was both demanding and critical and easily lost her temper. Even as an adult, I often feel a sense of dread and fear or a need to please and keep the peace when dealing with authority figures, especially those who are manipulative or who have strong personalities. I also have siblings who are unsupportive and who are not helpful in helping to provide care for our mother who is no longer able to care for herself. The potential for conflict is all around me! I will make it a focus to explore these issues of power and assertiveness as I move forward. This is a good time to reflect, find support, and plan for a brighter future ahead.

Again, my deepest appreciation.